Update your knowledge and improve your skills for the elaboration of intervention studies in Epidemiology with TECH, the best digital university in the world according to Forbes"

Clinical Epidemiology plays a pivotal role in the field of Public Health by providing a scientific approach. This discipline has been vital in understanding epidemics such as HIV and in the subsequent development of advocacy plans to provide crucial information to the population and develop education programs, as well as to facilitate access to testing and treatment. In this context, this Postgraduate certificate is born with a specialized program that aims to provide physicians with a broad and complete vision, preparing them to face the challenges of this area of knowledge from a multidisciplinary perspective. 

Likewise, graduates will analyze the capacity of epidemiology to generate solid data on the distribution and determinants of diseases, facilitating the identification of patterns and the understanding of their causes. This favors the development of appropriate prevention and control strategies. We will also focus on the differentiation between pragmatic and explanatory clinical trials, as well as to delve into the ethical implications of the different approaches. 
In addition, they will delve into the evolution of Clinical Epidemiology, which has been fundamental in providing physicians with competencies in the elaboration and application of clinical protocols in health care. Therefore, with this program, they will be prepared to interpret studies, evaluate the quality of the evidence and apply the results to individualized patient care.  

At the same time, students will be able to specialize 100% online, without preset schedules and adapting study time to their daily routine. In addition, they will be able to update their knowledge from anywhere, using an electronic device with an Internet connection. TECH will provide them with interactive, multimedia and attractive didactic material, based on the innovative Relearning learning method, which consists of the reiteration of key concepts to achieve a deeper understanding of the contents.

Specialize through case analyses elaborated and guided by professionals in the area of Clinical Epidemiology and Public Health”

This Postgraduate certificate in Clinical Epidemiology in Public Health contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Public Health and Health Management
• The graphic, schematic and eminently practical contents with which it is conceived gather scientific and practical information on those disciplines that are indispensable for professional practice 
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning 
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies 
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Analyze the ethical implications of the different approaches to clinical trials with this Postgraduate certificate of excellence”

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this specializing program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the course. For this purpose, students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Thanks to the innovative Relearning method, you will master the concepts of Clinical Epidemiology in an optimal way and you will be able to put them into practice"

Develop your professional career from anywhere, with an electronic device with Internet connection and through the best multimedia content"

TECH has designed a program with a complete syllabus, based on the most relevant concepts of Clinical Epidemiology and its influence on Public Health. Likewise, the requirements proposed by the team of experts of this Postgraduate certificate have been taken into account, establishing a rigorous syllabus. In this context, physicians will delve into the process of intervention studies, stressing the importance of the selection of the population for research and analyzing its subsequent clinical application, to generate solid and applicable evidence in health policies, with the aim of ensuring the welfare of populations.

Delve into the design of diagnostic test studies, as well as the development of specific intervention studies"

Module 1. Clinical Epidemiology

1.1. Design and Quality Assessment of Intervention Studies in Epidemiology 

1.1.1. Intervention Studies, Types and Key Design Elements 
1.1.2. Ethical Aspects of Intervention Research 
1.1.3. Design of Specific Intervention Studies 
1.1.4. Tools for Assessing the Quality of Intervention Studies 
1.1.5. Critical Appraisal of Intervention Studies 
1.1.6. Importance of Design and Quality Assessment 

1.2. Pragmatic vs. Explanatory Randomized Clinical Trials 

1.2.1. Differentiation Between Pragmatic and Explanatory Clinical Trials 
1.2.2. Ethical Implications of Each Approach 
1.2.3. Critical Evaluation of the Methodology and Design of Each Type of Trial 
1.2.4. Application of Knowledge to Clinical Practice and Research 
1.2.5. Promotion of Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills 
1.2.6. Design and Conduct of Clinical Studies 

1.3. Design of Diagnostic Test Studies 

1.3.1. Selection of the Study Population and Definition of Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria 
1.3.2. Determination of the Study Design and Selection of the Reference Methodology 
1.3.3. Calculation of Diagnostic Accuracy and Analysis of Results 

1.4. Evaluation of the Quality of a Diagnostic Test Study 

1.4.1. Study Validity Analysis 
1.4.2. Evaluation of the Accuracy of the Diagnostic Test 
1.4.3. Analysis of the Clinical Utility of the Diagnostic Test 

1.5. Design and Quality Assessment of Prognostic Factor Studies 

1.5.1. Selection and Definition of Prognostic Factors 
1.5.2. Study Design and Selection of the Study Population 
1.5.3. Evaluation of the Quality of the Study and the Prognostic Model 

1.6. Evidence-based Clinical Recommendations: GRADE 1 

1.6.1. Systematic Review of the Scientific Literature Identification of Clinical Recommendations 
1.6.2. Quality of Evidence and Strength of Recommendations 
1.6.3. Clinical Recommendations Applicable to Clinical Practice 
1.6.4. Development of Clinical Protocol or Clinical Guideline Based on the Identified Recommendations 
1.6.5. Implementation and Follow-up of the Clinical Protocol or Guideline in Patient Care Evidence and Focus on Improving Clinical Outcomes 
1.6.6. Periodic Evaluation, through Monitoring of Clinical Outcome Indicators and Feedback from the Health Professionals Involved 

1.7. Evidence-based Clinical Recommendations: GRADE 2 

1.7.1. Analysis and Synthesis of the Available Evidence in the Scientific Literature for the Development of Recommendations 
1.7.2. Identification and Evaluation of the Quality of the Relevant Studies that Support the Clinical Recommendations 
1.7.3. Application of the Principles of the GRADE Methodology to Establish the Strength and Certainty of Clinical Recommendations 
1.7.4. Developing Clinical practice Guidelines that Incorporate Evidence-based Recommendations and that are Useful for Clinical Decision Making 
1.7.5. Periodic Updating and Revision of Clinical Recommendations Based on the Available Scientific Evidence 

1.8. Evaluation of the Quality of Care 

1.8.1. Quality Criteria and Standards from the Point of View of Safety 
1.8.2. Evaluation of the Effectiveness of the Results obtained through the Actions Evaluated of the Actions Evaluated and their Components 
1.8.3. Measurement of Patient Outcomes and Experiences, Patient-Reported Outcome  Measures (PROM) and Patient-Reported Experience Measures (PREM) 
1.8.4. Indicators for Assessing the Degree of Involvement, Participation and Satisfaction of Healthcare Professionals 

1.9. Incorporation of Patients' Values and Preferences: Shared Decisions 

1.9.1. Effective Communication and Understanding of Values and Preferences 
1.9.2. Education and Counseling on Treatment Options 
1.9.3. Facilitation of Shared Decision Making 

1.10. Patient Security. 

1.10.1. Identification and Recording of Adverse Events 
1.10.2. Analysis of Errors and Underlying Causes 
1.10.3. Implementation of Corrective Actions and Prevention Measures

You will have access to a library of multimedia resources 7 days a week, 24 hours a day"